Nakhon Si Thammarat, the second largest province of the South and the land of predominant Buddhism during the Srivijaya Period, is 780 kilometers from Bangkok. It occupies an area of 9,942 square kilometres consisting of high plateau and mountains in the west then sloping down towards the east and becoming a basin along the coastline of the Gulf of Thailand.
In addition to its great history, Nakhon Si Thammarat boasts pristine verdant jungles abundant with luxuriant vegetation and is also noted for picturesque beaches and beautiful waterfalls.
Hat Sichon, or Hua Hin Sichon
Hat Sichon, or Hua Hin Sichon as known to locals, is a well-known destination of the district. Rocks line the beach all the way to a curved sandy stretch where people can swim. There is accommodation and restaurants for tourists.
Beach Of Thailand: Nakhon Si Thammarat- Khanom Bay
♦ There are both grey as well as pink dolphins frequently to be seen along the shoreline of Khanom district. A good time for dolphin watching is April to October.
Ao Khanom [Khanom Bay]
Ao Khanom is the largest bay in Khanom District. It is 1.5 kilometres from the district office and can be reached by taking Highway No. 4014, which separates from Highway No. 401, for 17 kilometres, then 1 kilometre past Khanom Public Health Area Market, then turn right and drive along Khanom beach. Khanom beach is a long beach that connects to other beaches, as follows:
Hat Nai Phlao is Khanoms largest beach and the most popular tourist attraction. The beach curves along a mountain range. The overall scenery is one that features perfect nature, including a clean, white beach conducive to a day in the sun. Accommodation and restaurant facilities are available.
Hat Na Dan is a long, palm-fringed white beach. From this quiet beach, one can see the beautiful aquamarine water of the Gulf of Thailand.
Hat Nai Praet is a beautiful, long curved beach. This beach is between Hat Na Dan and Hat Nai Phlao and is rocky in some areas. This popular beach’s natural ambience has been impressing visitors for years.
Remark : Thanoi Waterfall, Hinlad Waterfall, Nanphai Waterfall, Klangthong Waterfall, And Ko Tan, Ko Rab, Ko Wangnok, Ko Wangnai close on 20 November – 31 December
credit: Tourism Authority of Thailand image: www.en.wikipedia.org
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